Testimonials
I have been having trouble ridding myself of the weight I gained from my pregnancy. I tried dieting, exercising and nothing really worked until I started training with Tom. My training program included a combination of gym exercises, kickboxing and dieting which was both fun and challenging. In the last 5 weeks, we went into an intensive program which included a more rigid diet and training 6 times each week. Now my body shape has almost recovered and my weight is back to within 2 kg of what is was before my pregnancy, and my overall health has never been better. Last but not least, the training sessions were never more than 1 hour so they were never intrusive to my normal daily routine which will allow me to integrate them into my new lifestyle.
-Yas M. Iran
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Last September, I realized I needed to change my lifestyle. I had gained about 7 kilos and was unhappy with the way I looked.
I decided to find a personal trainer and found Tom. We started an intensive fitness program with my high goals of getting fit in 5 weeks before my 40′th Birthday, which was the end of November.
Tom agreed without hesitating. He payed attention to every detail concerning my diet and nutrition. He was always patient, and he also told me how to keep a balance between exercise and lifestyle. And from my effort side, I trained up to 6 days per week, 3 days with Tom and another 3 days work on my own with cardio (treadmill and elliptical) . First 2 weeks was very hard for me, as I could not see the different of my body change. But I very confident in Tom as he always be a good professional , and he make me to believe in myself, that we could make my goal.
Although each week the program was harder, I never missed a session, as well strickly watched my diet from Tom’s advice: to reduce the portion of the meal, but allow yourself enjoy every 2 to 3 hours, but each meal needs to be balanced by Carbohydrate, protein and fat, BUT no ‘white’ carbohydrates or simple sugars after 6pm. I even report my exact diet every day, however some meal was ‘A wrong thing to do’, as I thought honesty help me to progress. Yes, I did all this during my 5 weeks training.
Tom’s program for me included kickboxing, weight lifting, and cardio. He helped me to understand the value of each exercise, which really motivated me. I would see my progress week by week. I feel much stronger, less tired, sleep better and my upper body & lower body are more toned.
At first, I did not believe it was possible, but after only 5 weeks I can fit into all my favorite cloths again. Now I get many compliments from people around me, friends and associates, which makes me more confident! I have always believed that confidence is a key component to leading a healthy and happy life..”
Thank you very much Tom!!
-Ornucha P. Thailand
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Tom has been my personal trainer for a long period and I have gained 1) solid training and understanding of self-defense and using different martial arts techniques for the purpose of self-defense 2) vast improvements in my physique both as concerns actual strength and as concerns overall flexibility, balance and general well being 3) broad introduction to the wider spectrum of martial art schools and associated methods/concepts.
During the months I have learned Tom is:
- A person with strong inter-personal skills and a particularly empathetic person
- A person capable of motivating in personal training that allows very high gain from very short periods of training
- A person with broad and deep insight not only in the martial arts but also how that relates to actual physical ability/strength and mentally
- A person with an ingrained and high level of martial arts ability through a mix of different schools
When I started training with Tom I had no insight or ability in self-defense or martial arts. I had a hope to use martial arts both for practical (self-defense) purposes but also very much from a perspective of using martial arts to achieve long term strong physique and well being.
Tom has been a great lead into this for me and with him as a trainer I have come a long way in just over 6 months. I am sure much due to his efforts I feel motivated and well equipped to move forward in further learning and practice of martial arts whichever way that may lead.
-Michael P. Denmark
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I have been a competitive athlete for most of my life. Now is my 30’s, I am no longer training for competition and my focus has shifted to optimizing my health and fitness for daily living, not for an event. I was looking for a program that would maintain my fitness level without spending hours in the gym every day. I have been training with Tom for the last 6 months and have seen a marked improvement in my overall fitness level.
I am stronger and leaner and spending less time in the gym for the results. I enjoy an intense work-out and Tom has been able to tailor sessions to meet my required intensity level. In addition, he has introduced me to new fitness techniques and the programs are different each time I hit the gym, so I don’t get bored. Even experienced athletes fall into a rut at times and find it difficult to get to the gym. Sessions with Tom are exactly what I needed to renew my interest in getting to the gym and working to improve my fitness level.
-Brianne F. -USA
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Tom Fazio’s pragmatic approach to the martial arts involves the integration of several different martial arts styles, including Taekwondo, Kung Fu, Boxing, Hapkido, Muai Thai, and several others. By focusing on the quality aspects of several different arts and putting their most useful contributions into practice, Tom’s personal training is not only “outside the box”, but far more effective as well. Combining dedication and self-discipline with a curiosity and thoughtfulness seen only in the very best of martial arts instructors, Tom’s training sessions are both fun and challenging.
Having trained intermittently with Tom now for over a decade and on three different continents, everything I have learned and experienced about the martial arts — whether it be through participatory observation, physical training, or philosophical discussions — has without a doubt expanded my horizons and enriched my life. All of it courtesy of Mr. Fazio, who intuitively guides the creative process by infusing it with hard work, intelligence, and humor.
-Kevin K., -USA
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和TOM老师练习跆拳道及擒拿其实才三个月时间，这是个很有趣的过程，因为我不懂得说英文，而TOM老师中文的口语也不太好，刚开始练习时我不知道如何去掌握的动作感觉、力度或着力点等等一些问题，在TOM老师做完实践教学后碰到我不能领会的动作时，TOM老师就会拿起中英文翻译的电子书，告诉我动作的要领，而从中我的英语水平也开始有点进步。至今印象最深的是，在练习擒拿时，TOM老师的一句提醒的话（当时是针对动作的掌握），让我体会很深刻，也明白到了武术的很多精神层面的东西能同时给生活带来一些好的启发。
TOM LAO SHI ：THANK YOU VERY MUCH！！！
-Li Ping, -China
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I stopped training 6 years ago and led a very unhealthy lifestyle until I started training with Tom 5 weeks ago. The training was a combination of cardiovascular and strength training. The aim was to lose fat and improve overall health. Besides training 5 times a week, the program also included a change in diet. After 5 weeks, my body shape, body fat percentage and overall stamina improved significantly and I will definitely continue training with Tom.
-Chech C. Hong Kong
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